Meals on Wheels Volunteer Coordinator- Linn County

Horizons, A Family Service Alliance; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizons, A Family Service Alliance is looking for a full-time Volunteer Coordinator in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves recruiting and training volunteers, overseeing meal deliveries, and enhancing service efficiency. Ideal candidates will have an associate's degree and related experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience in coordinating and supporting volunteers.
• Experience in development or community collaboration can substitute for volunteer experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers.
• Identify operational efficiencies related to volunteer management.
• Oversee delivery of meals to Meals on Wheels clients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Software for volunteer management

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? If so, Horizons is seeking a full time Volunteer Coordinator to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this position, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and supporting our volunteer program. As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will be responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers, as well as matching them with desired areas of need within our organization. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with a diverse group of volunteers and work collaboratively with our staff to deliver exceptional services to individuals in need.

Not only will you have the chance to showcase your organizational and communication skills, but you will also have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Join our team and be part of an organization that values empathy, integrity, compassion, and inclusivity. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off.

Let us introduce ourselves

For 60 years Horizons, A Family Service Alliance has been dedicated to providing opportunities to improve the lives of individuals and families. Horizons provides a variety of human services across Eastern Iowa including: Transportation, Financial Wellness, and Meals on Wheels.

Make a difference as a Volunteer Coordinator- Linn County

As the full time Volunteer Coordinator at Horizons, your efforts will expand awareness of this critical program, ensuring that more individuals in need receive nutritious meals and essential social interaction. You will oversee the delivery of meals to our Meals on Wheels clients, ensuring timely and efficient service. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to identify operational efficiencies related to volunteer management and client deliveries, making a tangible impact on our organization's ability to serve our community.

Are you a good fit for this job?

To be successful as the Volunteer Coordinator, you will need to possess a unique combination of skills and experience. An associate's degree, combined with 1-3 years of related experience in coordinating and supporting volunteers, will provide you with a solid foundation for this role. In addition to your educational and professional background, you should have excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple aspects of the volunteer program effectively. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, will be essential in recruiting and engaging volunteers and coordinating with staff members. You will also need to be proficient in using software and tools that support volunteer management and meal delivery operations.

The ability to think critically and identify operational efficiencies in volunteer and client delivery processes will contribute to the overall success of the program. Additionally, having a customer-focused mindset and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals and groups will be invaluable in creating a positive and inclusive volunteer environment.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Associate's degree and 1-3 years related experience in coordinating and supporting volunteers
• Development experience and or community collaboration may be substituted for volunteer experience.

Apply today!

**Must complete a criminal history and child and dependent adult abuse background check. Convictions are assessed by Horizons' Review Team and do not necessarily disqualify a candidate from employment.